In 1984, for the first time ever, it was possible to spin fibres from the high-performance plastic polyimide. This innovation was embedded by Evonik in the brand name P84® which has stood for high-temperature-resistant fibres for demanding industrial applications ever since.

The LYCRA Company, a leading provider of fibre and technology solutions for the global apparel and personal care industries, announced it will officially open its new Advanced Textile Innovation Center (ATIC) in Nanhai, China on May 16.

The Lenzing Group is strengthening its position in sustainability in the textile industry. Lenzing, which is the world market leader in specialty fibres made from renewable material wood, will use blockchain technology to support its Tencel branded fibre business.

A select group of Italian textile machinery manufacturers led an institutional and trade mission in late April in Thailand, organised by the Italian Trade Agency and by ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Industry Manufacturers.

Bliss Impex has invested in four Durst Alpha systems – three Alpha 190 Reactive machines and one Durst Alpha 180 printer for polyester work – in a digital revolution that will double business volumes and turnover within five years.

The order index for Italian textile machinery carried out by ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, for 2019 January-March period ranging from January to March 2019 dropped 3 per cent compared to the same period of the previous year.